Joe Sharp, CISSP

System Security Engineer

Morganton, GA

Joseph (Joe) Sharp is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) with over 18 years of experience serving the financial services industry. Prior to joining NETBankAudit, Joseph worked at a regional community bank where he was employed in both IT and Cybersecurity roles. His technical proficiencies include Endpoint Protection, Network Administration, as well as Windows Desktop and Server System Administration. Joseph has been instrumental in creating and managing information security programs including User Awareness Training, User Access Reviews, social engineering testing, and vulnerability assessments.

First Citizens National Bank selected NETBankAudit to provide audit services for Information Technology Systems in early 2005. Since that time, we have added cybersecurity, digital banking, and network penetration testing. NETBankAudit is not only our auditor, but our partner in developing new digital strategies, policies and procedures. When we are implementing anything digital, NETBankAudit is a resource we use to ensure we have covered all aspects of risk management.

Judy Long, President and COO
First Citizens National Bank, Dyersburg, TN
OCC Regulated, $2 billion in total assets

We have been doing business with NETBankAudit since 2018 and their team of professionals have been amazing to work with. They are experienced, objective, and responsive in performing our audit. Plus, they have been readily available to assist us with any issues during regulatory exams.

Robin Harris, Vice President
Carolina Bank, Lamar, SC
$579 million total assets, 15 branches, FDIC regulated

We've partnered with NETBankAudit for over 10 years. We know we'll always receive a thorough review, but the service is always above and beyond our expectations. NETBankAudit keeps us apprised of recent regulatory changes, potential exam issues, and other areas for focus. Engaging NETBankAudit is creating a partnership for the future.

Leslie Hambrick, CFSA, CRMA First Vice President
Peoples Bank, Newton, NC
$1.5 Billion, FDIC, 20 locations

The auditors have been very helpful and patient in giving us guidance with starting, developing, and improving our cybersecurity program. We have an active relationship with NETBankAudit and they are not just an audit firm. NETBankAudit wants us to succeed and not only meet regulatory requirements but understand them as well.

Leslie Nicely, Information Security & Cybersecurity Officer and BSA Officer
Highlands Community Bank, Covington, VA
$172 million in total assets FRB Regulated, 3 locations

Being a community bank in a heavily regulated industry, we are constantly challenged to keep pace with expectations for protecting our informational and operational technology against existing and emerging threats. NetBankAudit provided the cost-conscious bank-specific auditing solution we were looking for. Their team of experienced professionals has been more than helpful in fine-tuning our policies and procedures, and the audits were thorough, informative, and meaningful. By making themselves available for consultation or assistance between audit cycles, it is more of a “we” engagement and not an “us vs. them” engagement that really distinguishes NetBankAudit from others we have used in the past.

Charlie Robbins, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Volunteer Federal Savings Bank, Madisonville, TN
$306 Million, 6 branches, FDIC and TDFI Regulated